2002 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Proton Arena
To start off, 2008 Proton Arena is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Proton Arena weights approximately 189 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Honda Accord (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Proton Arena. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Proton Arena.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Proton Arena | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Accord | Arena |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
